"I don't do hugs," Saix said, flatly, throwing Axel his usual, unimpressed expression. After a pause he continued, "and I doubt he's the type to be reasoned with; he hits first, and I've never waited to find out if he intends on asking questions later."

Saix looked at Aerith, ignoring her apology, much like Axel did. When they got back to civilisation, they could get her an accessory that would help prevent this situation arising again.

They were, at least, all largely unharmed. A little the worse for wear, but no one was bleeding, no one required medical attention.